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Aqua-Stable: buffering agent

Author: OMAFRA Staff
Creation Date: 01 May 2004
Last Reviewed: 21 January 2008
Pub 75: Guide to Weed Control > Notes on Adjuvants > Aqua-Stable: buffering agent
Additon to Chapter 5, Publication 75, Guide to Weed Control, Order this publication
Trade Names
Aqua-Stable
Type of Adjuvant buffering agent
Chemical Composition aliphatic polycarboxylate and calcium chloride
Guaranteed Active 28%
Ontario Schedule N/A
Winter Storage A
Registered Uses Spray tank water above pH 7.
Benefit Reduces pesticide breakdown from alkaline spray solutions.
Mode of Action Acidifies and buffers spray solution.
Mixing 60 to 250 mL/100 L for spray water acidification; 60 to 125 mL/100 L for waters less than 500 ppm alkalinity; 120 to 250 mL/100 L for waters greater than 500 ppm alkalinity; Always mix in this sequence: water, Aqua-Stable, pesticide.
Unique Characteristics Keep out of lakes, ponds or streams. Do not contaminate water by cleaning of equipment or disposal of wastes. This product cannot be used for aquatic applications.
Manufacturer / Registrant Norac Concepts Inc.

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